Electrician (Solar) - The Little Green Energy Company

Salary: £34,000 - £41,000 p/a (dependent on experience)
Role type: Permanent
Location: Kent, United Kingdom (on site throughout South East)
Reporting to: Installations Manager

A full, clean driving license is required for this role.

About The Little Green Energy Company

The Little Green Energy Company (TLGEC) are the premier consultancy, design and installation team in the Kent & Southeast region in the solar panel renewable energy industry; working in both the commercial and residential sectors.

We have been providing high-quality services since 2010, striving to deliver the best service, constantly growing and developing our business model and market share to go in line with the changing world.

In 2024, we became part of Hometree Group, a leading UK residential home energy services company, paving the way for a brighter future in the home. By joining Hometree’s mission to help millions of homeowners look after their homes and transition to lower-carbon living, in addition to installation we now also provide comprehensive servicing, financing and maintenance to make it easier to look after your home and ensure a greener future.

Join us during this exciting time, and play a pivotal role in a business that supports sustainable homeownership.

The Role

Join us as a Solar Electrician to drive top-quality solar installations and maintenance.

Responsibilities:

Install Renewable Energy Components: Install solar electric PV systems, battery storage, and EVs.
Safety and Compliance: Ensure all work is safe and complies with current regulations.
Timely and High-Quality Installations: Complete installations in a timely, cost-effective manner to a high standard.
Team Collaboration: Assist and work as a team with PV Roofers when required.
Continuous Learning: Keep technical knowledge current through company and self-driven training.
Project Documentation: Ensure project documents are complete, current, and accurate.
Reporting: Provide timely and accurate reporting as directed.
Adherence to Methodology: Effectively apply TLGEC methodology and adhere to site standards.
Resource Management: Identify project resources and work with materials efficiently and effectively.

What we’re looking for:

Technical Expertise: Proficiency in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting solar PV systems and related electrical components.
Attention to Detail: Precision in following technical specifications, safety protocols, and regulatory standards to ensure high-quality installations.
Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to diagnose and resolve issues effectively during installation and maintenance tasks.
Safety Awareness: Strong understanding and adherence to health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
Team Collaboration: Effective communication and teamwork skills to coordinate with other professionals, such as PV Roofers and project managers, to achieve project goals.

Desirable Qualifications:

City & Guilds/NVQ Trade Qualified or equivalent, demonstrable experience.
BS7671 - 18th Edition
Level 3 Building Regulations for Electrical Installations in Dwellings | City & Guilds 2393-10
Level 3 Initial and Fundamental Inspection and Testing | City & Guilds 2394
Level 3 Periodic Inspection and Testing | City & Guilds 2395
Level 3 NVQ + AM2 | City & Guilds 2356
C&G 2391 Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing

Extra Credit:

Approved renewable installer / BPEC Solar Installer Qualified + Battery Storage
CSCS/ECS (Gold Card)
SSSTS - SMSTS
Harness Training
Telehandler/scissor lift / FLT Licence

Our Recruitment Process:

Initial Call: Start with an introductory call with our Head of People to discuss the role and your potential fit. (30 mins)
In-Person Interview: Engage in a detailed discussion about your past experiences with our Installations Manager. (1 hr)

Perks of the job

We have an ever expanding list of benefits that currently includes:

Company Pension
Annual Bonus Scheme
Healthcare Plan via our health insurance provider Benenden
22 days holiday + extra holiday allowance after 2 years service + Bank Holidays
EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Company Events

Equal Opportunity Employer

At The Little Green Energy Company, we are committed to creating an inclusive and representative environment. We know that different experiences, perspectives and backgrounds make for a better workplace and a better planet. Together, we celebrate differences and promote a culture where you can bring your full self to work.

We promise to give you the same opportunities as everyone else and we won't discriminate against you at any point in the hiring process or the working day. This includes how we source talent, our interview process, our conditions of employment, feedback and everything in between

The Little Green Energy Company, part of the Hometree Group, is on a mission to combat climate change by changing the way we power our homes.

For the last 14 years we’ve kept the focus on helping our customers to find the best way to reduce their own carbon footprint.

For us it is more than simply installing an off-the-shelf technology, rather we take the time to understand you, your home or your business.

Together with Hometree, we offer UK homeowners home energy hardware solutions, with expertise in renewable installations, financing, and ongoing maintenance.

United in our mission to help decarbonise millions of UK homes, we want to empower homeowners across the UK to embrace sustainable low-carbon living, when they’re ready.